Tour Type: Low Cost Escorted Tour
Duration: 8 Days
Tour Starts In: Auckland
Tour Finishes In: Wellington
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from NZ $1885 pp
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8 Day Northern Discovery Touring Route:
Tour Inclusions:
- Professional Tour Director
- Professional Luxury Coach Driver
- Admissions Outlined in the Itinerary
- Full Buffet Breakfasts (7) (B)
- Exciting Highlight Dinner (1) (HD)
- Hotel Dinners (3) (D)
- Welcome Drink
- Travel Wallet and Map
- Airport Transfers (Day 1 from Auckland Airport – flights to arrive prior to 4.00pm; Day 8 to Wellington Airport – flights to depart after 2.00pm)
- Hotel Porterage Included
Included Tour Highlights:
- Walk amongst the mighty Kauri trees at the Parry Kauri Park
- Tour the Waitangi Treaty Reserve
- Enjoy a full day at leisure in the Bay of Islands
- Cruise to Cape Brett and through the 'Hole in the Rock'
- See the sights of Auckland
- Discover the Glow-worm Grotto at the Waitomo Caves
- Enjoy a Hangi Feast and Concert
- View the mighty Huka Falls
- Visit the Agrodome Sheep Show to enjoy an entertaining look at life on a New Zealand farm
- See boiling mud pools and geysers
- View mighty Huka Falls
- See beautiful Lake Taupo in the heart of the North Island
- Tour the sights of Wellington
- Visit Te Papa, New Zealand's National Museum
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Day
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Arrive Auckland
On arrival at the hotel the remainder of your day is at leisure to explore Auckland. Perhaps you would like to visit the Sky Tower, for extensive views of greater Auckland including visual and audio displays detailing the history of New Zealand’s largest city. Tonight enjoy a welcome drink with your Tour Director and fellow travellers. Stay: Mercure Hotel, Auckland. |
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Auckland –Bay of Islands
Depart Auckland and travel along the Hibiscus Coast to the beautiful Bay of Islands. Take a scenic cruise through game fishing waters to Cape Brett and, weather permitting, through the famous ‘Hole in the Rock’ formation. The return cruise to Paihia meanders through picturesque islands – see deserted sandy beaches and secluded bays and keep your eyes peeled for the marine life. Stay: Copthorne Hotel & Resort (Garden View), Bay of Islands (2 nights) (B/D) |
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Bay of Islands
Today is free for you to experience the beauty of the Bay of Islands at your own pace – perhaps take a coach trip to Cape Reinga, via idyllic Ninety Mile Beach; enjoy a guided sea-kayaking trip or a day of sailing. Tonight is at leisure – why not dine at a local restaurant? (B) |
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Bay of Islands - Auckland
This morning visit the Waitangi Treaty Reserve which is of great historical importance, as this is where New Zealand’s founding document, the Treaty of Waitangi, was signed. You will have time to explore the reserve and take in highlights such as the magnificent Maori War Canoe and Meeting House (Marae). This afternoon enjoy the lush farmland scenery as you return to Auckland. Stay: Mercure Hotel, Auckland (B/D) |
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Waitomo Caves - Rotorua
Enjoy a sightseeing tour of Auckland then journey south through the Waikato district. experience a guided tour of the famous Waitomo Caves and discover the incredible Glow Worm Grotto on an underground boat trip. This afternoon travel to Rotorua. enjoy an evening of fun and laughter and gain an insight into traditional Maori culture, followed by a delicious buffet dinner. Stay: Hotel Ibis Rotorua (2 nights) (B) (HD) |
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Rotorua
Visit the Agrodome Sheep Show for a sample of farm life. See the art of sheep shearing, sheepdog demonstrations, cow milking, bottle feeding lambs and an exciting sheep auction. Then there is the opportunity to visit Paradise Valley Springs or Te Puia for a guided tour through the geothermal valley. Tonight you also have the opportunity to experience a special evening of entertainment presenting The realm of Tane, an extraordinary journey through Maori culture, mythology and our story of creation. (B) |
Day
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Wellington
En route to Wellington we’ll
view the mighty Huka Falls, visit
Taupo and drive along the
shores of New Zealand’s
largest lake. Discover the
alpine scenery of Mt Ruapehu,
Tongariro National Park and
the dairy farms of Manawatu.
Travel along the Kapiti Coast
into the capital city Wellington, for a city tour
with views from Mt Victoria. Stay: Mercure Willis Street, Wellington (B/D) |
Day
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Depart Wellington
This morning we enjoy a sightseeing tour of Wellington. Take in the panoramic views from the top of Mt. Victoria. There will be time to explore the Parliament buildings and The Beehive, home to New Zealand’s politicians. Then you have the option to perhaps visit Te Papa, the Museum of New Zealand and explore the fascinating exhibits at your leisure, including their unique Marae or Maori Meeting House. Later you will be transferred to Wellington Airport to connect with your flight. (B) |
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8 Day Northern Discovery Reviews
Tour reviews from past clients of Relaxing Journeys for the 8 Day Northern Discovery. |
I booked this trip on behalf of my father John Crabtree who was 83. Georgie was excellent in organising this trip for us , nothing too much trouble. My father had a marvellous time on this trip from the first night in Auckland to the finish in Wellington, The tour director Marty was great and made it a very pleasant trip. My father particulary enjoyed the Bay of Islands and the Maori Village in Rotorua. As this was a small group of 16 everyone got to know one another and my father was always well looked after. Thanks again.
John Crabtree (Australia)
Tour Date 11/06/2011 |
We enjoyed the tour very much. The hotel in the Bay of Islands was lovely. The rest were fine. Even the food in the Bay of Islands was the best of any of the hotels. The first tour director, Julie, was great....good sense of humour, and knew the area. Paul, the driver, was pleasant, funny, and an excellent driver. The second tour director, Sue, was a nice lady, and very knowledgeable. However, she talked a bit too much on the bus. Some quiet time or nice background music now and then would be nice. We couldn't absorb all that information. A happy medium would be better.
Patrick & Patricia Berrigan (Canada)
Tour Date 29/01/2011 |
Tour Prices
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